News

Major development planned for Fishguard

Published

9 years ago

October 14, 2016

Development plans: Consultation is underway

CONSULTATION is underway on a major development planned for Fishguard.

The Chimney’s Link Masterplan proposes the redevelopment of 1.5 hectares of land in the town centre, the creation of a new link road and the demolition of various buildings.

An outline planning application will be submitted by Atkins Ltd on behalf of Pembrokeshire County Council in November.

The principles of redevelopment put forward in the Masterplan include:

Three new retail units and one new mixed-use building
Provision of 142 car parking spaces, including 10 disabled spaces, and 16 bicycle parking spaces
Introduction of landscaping throughout the site
Provision of a pedestrian area and public open spaces along the new link road
New bus focal point area, bus shelters, benches and taxi rank
New link road through the site, associated footpaths and street lighting
Alterations to the exterior of the existing Co-operative supermarket building
Demolition of various buildings, including the former Fishguard Junior School
New public space area adjacent to the existing Ship & Anchor

Councillor Rob Lewis, Cabinet Member for Transport and Environment, said: “We are currently undertaking consultation with interested parties and liaising with the adjacent land-holders. There are lots of issues to consider, including ecological matters.”

Local Fishguard Councillors, Myles Pepper and Pat Davies, have endlessly pursued the development of the site.

Urging residents and business people alike too view the file, Cllr Pepper said: “Since the middle of this year, pre-planning consultation has been made compulsory for major developments and constructive comments will be welcomed by the developer.

“Fishguard Town Centre has already seen a major development completed and planned which is enabling a smile to develop on the faces of the people of Fishguard and Goodwick, where there has been significant investment and development too.

Councillor Davies said: “This development has been a long time progressing. A lot of negotiations have taken place with various bodies but at last we can now look forward to its implementation. It will hopefully give confidence for further investment into our town.”

Goodwick County Councillor Gwilym Price said: “I’ve received a lot of feedback from members of the community and everyone I’ve spoke to is very positive. It’s a great step forward for Fishguard and very important to get things moving.”

Community

Community gathers to remember Corrina Baker

Published

6 hours ago

December 17, 2025

Tom Sinclair

Lanterns and balloons released in emotional acts of remembrance

FAMILY, friends and members of the local community came together to remember Corrina Baker at a series of moving events held across west Wales this week.

Corrina’s funeral took place on Monday (Dec 15), a month after her death, with a public service held at St Mary’s Church. Mourners lined the route as her coffin was carried on its final journey in an elegant horse-drawn carriage, before a private cremation later took place at Parc Gwyn crematorium in Narberth.

Later that evening, shortly after 6:00pm, friends and relatives gathered at the Quayside in Cardigan for the first of two acts of remembrance to celebrate her life. Lanterns were lit and released into the night sky above the town as some of Corrina’s favourite songs were played.

On Tuesday afternoon (Dec 16), a second tribute was held near the location where Corrina was found. Twenty-one pink balloons — one for each year of her life — were released into a clear blue sky, each carrying personal messages in her memory.

Floral tributes continue to be laid at the Netpool, while a GoFundMe appeal set up in Corrina’s memory has raised more than £2,300. She has been described by those who knew her as “funny and bright”.

Dyfed-Powys Police have confirmed that their investigation into the circumstances surrounding Ms Baker’s death is ongoing. A 29-year-old man who was arrested on suspicion of murder has been released on bail while inquiries continue.

(Photos: Stuart Ladd/Herald)

Community

Six untaxed vehicles seized in Milford Haven police operation

Published

7 hours ago

December 17, 2025

Tom Sinclair

SIX untaxed and abandoned vehicles were seized during a joint roads policing operation in Milford Haven on Tuesday morning.

Officers from the Milford Haven Neighbourhood Policing and Prevention Team (NPPT) worked alongside the Pembrokeshire Roads Policing Team as part of targeted enforcement across the town.

In addition to the vehicle seizures, a number of traffic offence reports were issued to drivers during the operation.

Police said the action formed part of ongoing efforts to improve road safety and tackle vehicle-related offences in the Milford Haven area.

Community

Candlelit carol service brings community together in Milford Haven

Published

7 hours ago

December 17, 2025

Tom Sinclair

ST KATHARINE and St Peter’s Church in Milford Haven hosted its annual Candlelit Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols, bringing together members of the community for a traditional celebration of Christmas.

The service featured readings from the Mayor of Milford Haven, representatives of the Soroptimists, Milford Haven Amateur Operatic Society, the Headteacher and Head Prefects of Milford Haven School, Milford Haven Town Band, and NCI Wooltack Point.

Music for the evening was provided by organist Seimon Morris, Milford Haven Town Band and the Milford Haven Cluster Band, whose performances added to the atmosphere of the candlelit service.

The Friends of St Katharine and St Peter’s Church thanked all those involved and wished the community a happy Christmas.